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Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available!

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Welcome to The Guest House! This is the view of the house from the beach side.
Charming front entryway welcomes you and your family...
The open kitchen features a steel gas stove and lots of small touches.
Upgraded appliances including a Kitchen Aid.
Lovely touches through the house to welcome you!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10236.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Beulah, MI
  • Betsie Valley Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Platte Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available!

This lovingly maintained 4 SEASONS cottage is Waterfront with no road or trail between house and water!! It has a glorious view and private beach on Crystal Lake.

Our calendar is updated in real-time & our seasonal nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' We have a 7 night min May - Sept (Saturday check in only) and a 3 night min the rest of the year.

The cottage is clean and spacious, sleeps 10 with parking for 3 cars. 4 bedrooms (3 on upper level, 1 on main level), 3 full baths. There is a king bed in each of the large upstairs bedrooms, 4 full size twin beds (2 sets of bunk beds) in the third (upper level) bedroom, and a king bed in the fourth (first floor) bedroom.

Spacious living area/tv nook on the upper level landing, fully equipped kitchen with upgraded appliances, open dining and living rooms with oak floors, stunning hand placed working fieldstone fireplace, excellent views of the lake from nearly every room, & upper balcony. Main floor family room with 42' flat screen TV & DVD, 2 full size couches, desk area, deck outside of family room w/patio furniture, full size hammock and charcoal grill. Laundry room adjacent to kitchen w/washer and dryer.

The beach and amenities - a beautiful sandy beach area, fire pit and swimming dock are provided, firewood is also provided for the fire pit. Very comfortable Adirondack chairs are beachfront ready for your use. The cottage is located on the south shore of Crystal Lake and faces almost due north. There are no steps to the beach, it is just across the beautiful lawn. There is plenty of room to enjoy the beach, fire pit and play games.

Our property is adjacent to the Betsie Valley Trail. Biking or walking to Beulah is 1.4 miles and to Frankfort is a pleasant 8 miles. We are close to Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Frankfort Lighthouse & Beach, Riverside Canoe and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Come and see this and more, there is so much to enjoy. Crystal Lake will tug at your heart. There is a reason our family has had renters who have come every year for 20+ years; this is summer as it was meant to be.

If you are thinking of joining us for fall colors & fishing, Sept/October/November is an amazing time of year here! It is serene and peaceful with so much to enjoy. Things slow down just a bit and our location is ideal for lake or stream fishing. If you prefer to go out on a charter there are plenty to choose from out of Frankfort, only 8 miles away.

Winter fun is another great time to enjoy our lovely cottage! It is located only a few minutes from Crystal Mountain Ski Resort & Spa where the winter fun never ends. Stay with us, close to the fun at a reasonable rate.

We look forward to greeting you any time of year.

Property manager

Stephanie Lipson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not allow gatherings of any kind of friends or guests at the property other than the (maximum of 10) renters at the house.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Beulah

Located in Beulah, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Beulah, MI

What's nearby

  • Betsie Valley Trail - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Pinecroft Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Platte Lake - 15 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beachfront Vacation Home On Crystal Lake: July 4th ‘25 still available! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Beulah holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Betsie Valley Trail and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Benzie Area Historical Museum. Pinecroft Golf Course and Crystal Lake Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan in the fall
Awesome two weeks up north
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Lake Stay
This is a wonderful secluded getaway with a beautiful water front and yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal lake getaway
We had a wonderful week staying with Stephanie and Erik. The house and property are well- appointed, private, and beautiful with easy access to town by car or on the Betsie Valley trail. We felt relaxed and right at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Great quiet location, beautiful grounds and lake access. Perfect trip. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on Crystal Lake!
Our 2 families had a great stay at this property on Crystal Lake. It was our first trip to Michigan and I was impressed by the beauty of the lake itself and the peacefulness of the area. The location of the house is perfect- right on the lake with a very large grassy yard area too. Our kids all loved swimming, fishing, and kayaking in the lake as well as playing in the yard. The house was a great size for 2 families with 2 separate living rooms and a large fully equipped kitchen. The owners live in the house next door and were very friendly and hospitable. They even smoked some fish for us that we caught on a fishing charter!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
House on Crystal Lake
The house was lovely and the view incredible. All the amenities you could hope for were available and there was lots to do in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Curt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage for family on Crystal Lake
We had an enjoyable return visit to this cottage on Crystal Lake. It’s good size and located about 20 minutes away from Crystal Mountain, and just a few minutes away from local shops and restaurants. Property owner was very accommodating as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation home
This is our 2nd time staying here. Clean, open 1st floor great for hanging out. Beautiful waterfront, Great Lake for swimming. Bedrooms are large and comfortable. Quiet location yet close to downtown for dining and shopping. Hosts are very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanest property with amazing views!
5 stars!!! We have been visiting Northern Michigan properties for 30 years. This is by far the cleanest property we’ve ever stayed in and the most well equipped kitchen. Property was beautiful. Views from living room and kitchen were perfect. Enjoyed the fireplace too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Norman S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Crystal Lake
Enjoyed the beach, the grassy area to play and the comfortable great room and cable. The dining chairs were in poor shape and we had to repair them ourselves. 4 bedrooms but only 3 bathrooms. Hard to share one with kids. The firepit was great for s’mores. Overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary
We all had a wonderful time. The house was very comfortable. The house provided space and areas to offer privacy for those needing it. Weather was glorious. We walked to town several times, but when we come again I would definitely bring bikes. The hosts, Stephanie and Eric, were so gracious. Thank you again. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Shore
Well equipped kitchen! Nice to have sheets and towels ready to use. The comforters and blankets need to be cleaned after weekly usage. Otherwise, we had a wonderful time and the weather was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
This was our first time to Crystal Lake and there was so much to explore. The house was clean, comfortable and spacious. The lake in the backyard and the bike trail in the front yard were the highlights. We brought bikes and rode on the bike trail everyday. Tennis courts, playground, coffee shop, restaurants and shops are a short bike ride away. Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and Traverse City were great day trips. Arcadia Bluffs is a golfers paradise and a great place for dinner where you can enjoy views of Lake Michigan. The house was well stocked with everything you need. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie H., Union, KY- USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benzie County Getaway
The property is located in a private, quiet area with Crystal Lake right out the backyard. With three couples, we enjoyed the number of beds & baths not normally available in lake homes. The kitchen was very well stocked and we enjoyed cooking several meals while there. Having a second tv available in the second floor sitting room gave the guys a space to watch sports. The bedrooms were spacious and the property was clean and well-maintained. We enjoy the walking trails as we walked into Beulah one day. The fire pit was really nice and we used the indoor wood burning fireplace on those damp, chilly nights. The weather was not super cooperative, but we were able to enjoy our getaway very much. We were close enough to wineries, fishing, lighthouses and shopping but really enjoyed returning to a quiet piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and beautiful property
Our extended family of 10 had an amazing week at this beautiful house. We loved the layout of the property - the waterfront is right across the lawn, so we could easily go back and forth from the house without lugging a lot of stuff. The lake is gorgeous - perfectly clear water and not too cold for swimming. We rented kayaks and stand up paddle boards from Adventure Sports in Beulah and used them every day. One of our favorite things about this location was the bike path right behind the house. It’s a short easy bike ride or walk into Beulah where we enjoyed the shops and restaurants. Or for the more adventurous, the trail goes all the way to the shore of Lake Michigan in Frankfort, which is a fun ride or run. The house was very well equipped; there wasn’t anything we needed that we couldn’t find. We were even pleasantly surprised to find inflatable water tubes and sand toys. We liked that we were dealing directly with the owners when booking, not a property management company. The hosts were very welcoming and responsive to messages. They live next door and came over to say hello when we first arrived. They were in and out of the garage storage area at the house a few times, but mostly we didn’t see them all week. The only negative thing I can say about the house is that the bed pillows were pretty old and flat — you may want to bring your own if you book this place. All in all, highly recommend! We hope we’ll be able to come back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin R., Ft Myers, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location but needs lots of work
This home is a perfect location with plenty of room and all you need for a lake house. However the home needs LOTS of TLC. The refrigerator is dated and has no door shelves left. There are no baking dishes and many of the frying pans need to be replaced. The toaster didn’t work and there were ants all over the kitchen. The upstairs guest shower has little to no pressure and the mixing valve doesn’t work to provide any hot water. The A/C failed but the owners were aggressive about getting it repaired immediately which was nice. This could be a nice home but for $5600/week it should’ve been much better and it needs lots of work.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Janine D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Not even remotely luxurious but paid a fortune
Price paid reflected a luxury accommodation . This dump couldn't be further from that. Ancient broken down uncomfortable furniture. Bedding is old, polyester,& not even remotely warm covers. Pillows flat as pancakes. Mold growing in master toilet and skylight in master bedroom. Mattresses cheap & uncomfortable. All the furniture looks like it was garbage picked. High chair was from the 60s or 70s and sticky . Never in my life have I ever encountered mice on a beach until this place! Yard looks like a jungle that hasn't been maintained at all. "Grill" was charcoal & it wasn't supplied. Walls were marked up and looked dirty. Windows absolutely filthy. No Roku, fire stick or other streaming service . Cheap old cd player with 2 cds. 4 books on the book shelf. Magazines on bakers rack were decades old. This place hasn't been updated since it was built. Wobbly cheap faucets. Filthy old shower curtains! Host lives next door & uses the garage in this place to saw & do whatever while you're on site. Doesn't allow cancellation &when I asked to cancel due to health issues and personal tragedy she said she would. Then strung me along for months until announcing her "husband" was the official owner & she couldn't refund me w/o his permission (she's the host on vrbo!) & he said they were under no obligation to refund me at all. Then lied to vrbo about what she said and they believed her. Don't rent from these evil people! They only care about $$$$ for themselves not you!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Sheila B.

Beautiful view of Crystal Lake
This would be a wonderful house for a family to enjoy with a large lot for lawn games and a spacious, well equipped kitchen. Three of the bedrooms have king size beds which can be difficult to find. The house also sits on the Betsie Valley Trail which is great for biking, walking, and running. It is close to the town of Beulah and Frankfort for shopping, restaurants, and biking/kayaking/paddle board rentals. The house was equipped with some paper products, hand soap and laundry products that aren't always provided at rentals. Wireless and 2 large TVs were also a bonus for rainy days. There are some things needing improvement. There are no bathroom mats on the floor, no reading lamps in the main living area, and no ceiling fans in the upper bedrooms which made it stuffy up there even on cooler days. No beach chairs are provided, so you have to bring your own or drag the 2 wooden Adirondack chairs down to the lake area. The description lists a dock and fire pit, but it needs to read as a "shared" dock and fire pit, as it is shared between the 2 neighboring homes. This is fine if your group is renting both homes, but this was not the case for us and the neighbors used both of them consistently. It would be helpful to have a folder of the rules and requirements, as we had to keep going to the website and the confirmation emails for information, and the checkout time was confusing-listed as 9:00 a.m in one place and 11:00 a.m. in another. For us, as 3 adult couples, the experience was a 3 1/2 star rating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without Question the Best VRBO on Crystal Lake!
What a pleasant find on Crystal Lake! Wonderful secluded property on the water w/ a wide, sandy beach. Large grassy backyard w/ pretty white birch trees between house and lake. Interior of the home is very open and spacious w/ nice separation of the bedrooms and bathrooms. Well stocked kitchen w/ all sorts of appliances! Two family gathering areas- one downstairs and one upstairs. Nice primary bedroom retreat w/ lakeside covered porch. Fireplace and outside fire pit. Home sits right on the Betsie Valley Trail- great for walking into Beulah or biking to Frankfort. Extremely gracious hosts Stephanie and Erik. Not sure you can find a genuinely nicer home to rent on all of Crystal Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, even in the cold
We had a great stay in mid-October. There was plenty of room for our family of 8 to spread out. Even though the weather was cold and rainy, we enjoyed cozying up by the fireplace and taking in the fall scenery and the local towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Lake Beauty
Beautiful house. Responsive welcoming owners. Lovely beach and dock, Gorgeous sunrises. A nice walking/biking trail adjacent to the property. Easy driving distance to Frankfort, Arcadia Dunes, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and the wineries of the Leelenau Peninsula.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Vacation By Far
Property was very clean, and very well stocked. Kitchen had all the required appliances and more even though we did spend most nights out in the local town. The rooms were very spacious and can definitely provide a vacation for multiple families. All in all we had a fantastic vacation, the private beach was where I found my girls pretty much all the time, the trails are great for walking/biking and easy access to the 2 towns. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone who wants to get away from every day life and chores. My girls are already planning their next visit on the way home from this one. You will be very pleased when you book this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Property
We had our family vacation here. The house was clean, well equipped and quiet. The waterfront area is great for swimming,, very shallow then gradually deepens. The water bottom is rocky so I would recommend water shoes. Bike/walking trail runs just behind the house for easy access. Easy bike ride into downtown Beulah. Host was very nice and told us the interesting history behind the property. Already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful secluded home on Crystal Lake
Beautiful home with beautiful scenery. We had ten people comfortably staying there ranging in ages from 5-50. Owners were very prompt replying to questions or concerns. Overall we had a fabulous stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Lipson

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This property is part of land that has been in the family since the Civil War! We have come up every summer to Crystal Lake and eventually built our own home here on the Family Compound. Our kids have spent their summers here since they were born. It is a magical place where summer can be shared with your loved ones! Our eldest daughter just had her wedding at the lake. Well, it was actually ON the lake as the wedding took place on a platform in the water just off the beach. Maybe you saw the picture on ESPN? It was broadcast during the Little League World Series that our son was playing in for the Taney Dragons. He was transported back to the lake by special permission of the league between games as he was in his sister's wedding. When you come to stay at the Guest House, stop over any time, we are right next door!

Why they chose this property

We live next door! This house belonged to family and when the opportunity arose we stepped up to buy it and keep it in the family. It's a great house. It was built in 1993 by a family member and had one owner until we bought it. We have totally refurnished it and had a lot of fun with upgrading the kitchen and adding fun touches. I hope you love it as much as we do...

What makes this property unique

This is one of the few houses around Crystal Lake that have no road or public walking path between the house and the lake! Simply stroll down the lawn and enjoy the beach and lake in privacy.

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English, Spanish

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